Aunt diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer

My aunt has just been diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer and i am heart broken and can’t take it in she also had fluid build up on lung and stomach as it in hospital. I am questioning everything and scared am going to lose her 

  • Hi emostewart, 

    I noticed you haven't had a reply to your post just yet, so I just wanted to quickly stop by to welcome you to the forum and to reassure you that your post has been seen.

    This must be a very difficult time for you and your aunt but I'm glad you've reached out to us as so many of our members will know what you're going through having been on similar journeys with their friends and loved ones, so you are not alone emostewart, and I'm sure it won't be long until you receive some words of support and advice.

    You can find out more about stage 4 ovarian cancer on our website but if it would help to talk to someone about any of this, you can give our team of cancer nurses a call on 0808 800 4040. Their phone lines are open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m and they'll do all they can to answer your questions and ease your mind about what's to come.

    Supporting a loved one on their cancer journey can be very tough, so make sure you look after yourself at this time as well.

    Keep posting if you find it helps emostewart and remember that we'll always be here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator